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Lemon Lovers' Asparagus

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From EatingWell:  April/May 2006, EatingWell Serves Two

Roast whole slices of lemon along with the asparagus for a beautiful look and sparkling, bright taste. Great with seafood, especially salmon or scallops.

4 servings | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 bunches asparagus, tough ends trimmed
• 2 lemons, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Toss asparagus, lemon slices, oil, oregano, salt and pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast, shaking the pan occasionally to toss, until the asparagus is tender-crisp, 13 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Per serving : 91 Calories; 7 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 5 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 9 g Carbohydrates; 2 g Protein; 4 g Fiber; 302 mg Sodium; 241 mg Potassium

1/2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit, 1 1/2 fat